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Vazquez tributes pour in after ‘El Magnifico’ passes away

Israel Vazquez tributes poured in two days after the fighter known as “El Magnifico” passed away due to cancer.

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VAZQUEZ TRIBUTES POUR IN AFTER MEXICAN CHAMP PASSES AWAY

Vazquez tributes poured in after the Mexican legend passed away on Monday.

He was 46.

Furthermore, the three-time junior featherweight world champion received an ultimate compliment from Freddie Roach.

Moreover, the Hall of Fame trainer called Vazquez (44-5, 32 KOs) as “one of the best I ever had the privilege of working with.”

Legendary American trainer and commentator Teddy Atlas posted a picture of the Mexican great before heaping praises on him on social media.

“You don’t need to go to Webster’s Dictionary for a definition of what a fighter is nd should be. It’s right here,” Atlas said.

Israel Vázquez, the Mexican boxing champion nicknamed "El Magnifico," has died at 46. https://t.co/fKFdNQlidu

— FOX 29 (@FOX29philly) December 3, 2024

US MANAGER DESCRIBES VAZQUEZ AS ONE WHO ‘FOUGHT FOR THE FANS’

US manager Frank Espinoza described Vazquez as a fighter who “fought for the fans.”

Furthermore, the manager lauded the Mexican’s fearless and aggressive fighting style.

“He fought for the fans, that’s what gave him the most adrenaline. Didn’t do it for the money, nothing else,” Espinoza said.

“He did it to win and give satisfaction to the people. He had the heart of a warrior, of a champion,” he added.

Moreover, Vasquez is known for his memorable rivalry against compatriot Rafael Marquez, whom he fought four times.

Vasquez and Marquez split their four matches, winning twice each time.

Israel Vázquez, the three-time world boxing champion from Mexico, dies at 46 https://t.co/QjihQ7bgfO

— The Associated Press (@AP) December 3, 2024

‘EL MAGNIFICO’ ALSO GETS PRAISE FROM WBC PRESIDENT SULAIMAN

Furthermore, “El Magnifico” also received praise from World Boxing Council (WBC) president Mauricio Sulaiman.

Moreover, Sulaiman was the first on Tuesday who learned of the Mexican champion’s death.

“Israel is finally resting in peace. May God provide his family with strength we extend all the support to his wife Laura, his kids, family, and friends during this difficult time,” Sulaiman said.

Vasquez claimed the IBF super bantamweight title over Jose Luis Valbuena in 2004 before taking the WBC belt over Oscar Larios in 2005.

Forever a world champion and legend in boxing. One of the best boxers I ever had the privilege of working with – a world champion. Israel, may you rest in peace now. Condolences to the Vázquez family and to all those who called Israel their friend. #Magnifico @WildCardBoxing1 pic.twitter.com/8uclWtUrXG

— Freddie Roach (@FreddieRoach) December 3, 2024